A History of Anthropological Theory, Fifth Edition - Softcover

Erickson, Paul A.; Murphy, Liam D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1442636831 ISBN 13: 9781442636835

Publisher: University of Toronto Press, 2016

Synopsis

The fifth edition of this bestselling theory text has been revised throughout, with substantial updates, including more on gender and sexuality, and with a new section on Anthropologies of the Digital Age. Keyword definitions have been reinstated in the margins, and biographical information on theorists has been enhanced to build stronger context for readers. On its own or used with the companion volume, Readings for a History of Anthropological Theory, this text provides comprehensive coverage in a flexible and easy-to-use format for teaching in the undergraduate anthropology classroom.

About this title

About the Author:

Paul A. Erickson is Professor and Chair of the Department of Anthropology at St. Mary's University in Halifax.
Liam D. Murphy is a Professor in the Anthropology Department at California State University, Sacramento.

Review:

Erickson and Murphy present a chronological and comprehensive history of anthropology theory that artfully explains the social and political contexts of key anthropological thinkers. By attending to the unique contributions of the subfields of anthropology as well as the unifying canon, this text provides a straightforward and sophisticated review of theory that resonates with teachers and students of anthropology. The new edition extends the work of earlier editions, making it the strongest theory text available.

(Jennifer Wies, Eastern Kentucky University)

I am impressed with the quality of materials in this text. Providing provocative, reflective questions for each historical period and a wide-ranging, up-to-date list of supplementary readings, it is an excellent tool for classroom engagement, and invites students to dig more deeply into the material.

(Marjorie Snipes, University of West Georgia)

About this edition

• Publisher: University of Toronto Press
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1442636831
• ISBN 13: 9781442636835
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 304